Hanse 470 vs 2005 Najad 460 — Comparison
Hanse 470
2005 Najad 460
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 470 | 2005 Najad 460 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Najad |
| Year | 2013–2017 | 2005–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Sweden |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.45 m (47.4 ft) | 14.10 m (46.3 ft) |
| LWL | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.42 m (14.5 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,800 kg (26,015 lbs) | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) | 97.0 m² (1,044 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 320 L (84.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 430 L (113.6 gal) | 560 L (147.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 470 and 2005 Najad 460 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 470 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2005 Najad 460 is a 2000s offering from Najad from Sweden. The Hanse 470 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2005 Najad 460 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Hanse 470 measures 14.45m (47.4ft) overall with a beam of 4.42m, compared to the 2005 Najad 460 at 14.10m (46.3ft) with a 4.20m beam. The Hanse 470 is 0.35m longer than the 2005 Najad 460. The 2005 Najad 460 displaces approximately 14% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 470 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.81 and 96.0 m² of sail area. The 2005 Najad 460, with an SA/D of 17.38 and 97.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 470 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 470 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2005 Najad 460 has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.71. The ballast ratios are 31.4% for the Hanse 470 and 38.5% for the 2005 Najad 460, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 470 provides 10 berths in 3 cabins with 430L of water capacity and 250L of fuel. The 2005 Najad 460 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 560L water and 320L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Najad 460 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Hanse 470 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 470 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.